Ghalkiya
Ghalkiya is a village located in Banswara tehsil of Banswara district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 9km away from Banswara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ghalkiya village. As per 2009 stats, Ghalkiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghalkiya unique in its vibrant Banswara region. You’ll see Ghalkiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghalkiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghalkiya is 098891. The village spans a total geographical area of 550 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 327001. Banswara is nearest town to Ghalkiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghalkiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Garhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banswara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghalkiya
Population of Ghalkiya
According to the 2011 Census, Ghalkiya has a total population of about 2,606, with approximately 1,297 males and 1,309 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 479 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 255 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,503. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.62%, with male literacy at about 63.22% and female literacy near 34.15%. There are around 502 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghalkiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,606 | 1,297 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 234 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,503 | 732 | 771 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 820 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,339 | 477 | 862 |
Connectivity of Ghalkiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghalkiya. As per the 2011 stats, Ghalkiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghalkiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghalkiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghalkiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghalkiya
- Where is Ghalkiya located?
- Ghalkiya village is situated in Banswara Tehsil, within the Banswara district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghalkiya?
- Ghalkiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghalkiya?
- The pincode of Ghalkiya is 327001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghalkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghalkiya is 2,606, with 1,297 males and 1,309 females.
- How many households are there in Ghalkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghalkiya village has a total of 502 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghalkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghalkiya is 48.62%. The male literacy rate is 63.22%, while the female literacy rate is 34.15%.